Roof Tile Collection

Street sign, Brick Lane, on brick wall, East London, London, London region, England, United Kingdom

Ochre yellow brick wall

Glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) roof valley, close-up

A zig zag bridge and a Pavilion on the West Lake in foggy morning, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China

Houses in The Hague, 1922. Creator: Jacques Jeichienus Ottens
Houses in The Hague, 1922. Houses with red roof tiles on a street in The Hague

Travel views of Cuba and Guatemala, between 1899 and 1926. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Travel views of Cuba and Guatemala, between 1899 and 1926

Angles
Roxana Labagnara

San Candido, Alta Pusteria, Bolzano district, Sudtirol (South Tyrol), Italy, Europe

Elevated view of San Gimignano and town at sunset, San Gimignano, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Tallinn. Aerial image of Old Town Tallinn in Estonia

Tallinn. Image of Old Town Tallinn in Estonia during sunset

Aerial view of Venice from San Giorgio Maggiore Bell Tower, Venice, Italy, UNESCO

Aerial cityscape view of Venice from San Giorgio Maggiore Bell Tower, Venice, Italy, UNESCO

China, Beijing, ornate gateway in Jingshan Park

China, Beijing, The Forbidden City in Beijing looking South taken from the viewing point of Jingshan Park

View of church, woodland and vineyards near Poulata, Kefalonia, Ionian Islands, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Conical dry stone roof of trulli house, Alberobello, Puglia region, Italy, Europe

Panoramic view of trulli houses, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Alberobello, Puglia region, Italy, Europe

Roof Tile, c. 1936. Creator: Cecily Edwards
Roof Tile, c. 1936

Roof Tile with Guardian Figure, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) or Qing dynasty, c. 17th century

Zoar Pottery Roof Tile, c. 1941. Creator: Ralph Russell
Zoar Pottery Roof Tile, c. 1941

A small window on the roof
Inge Schuster

Roofs and lanterns of the historic Baisha Old Town of Lijiang, China, at dusk
Lijiang, Yunnan China - 25 October 2006; no people in view. Baisha, the Old Town of Lijiang is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Lijiang City in Yunnan, China

Open eaves, roof detail

Flush eaves, roof detail

Closed eaves, roof detail

Bologna towers and the old town seen directly from above
High angle view of Bologna towers and red foor tops of the old town, Bologna, Emilia-Romagna, Italy

Roof tiles, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand
Orange and green glazed ceramic roof tiles, Grand Palace, Bangkok, Thailand

Overview of harbor and waterfront with the Arrabida Bridge in the background in Porto, Norte, Portugal

Yachts in the marina at the Old Town of Hvar with St Marks Church bell tower (right) on Hvar Island, Croatia

Yachts in the marina at the Old Town of Hvar with St Marks Chruch bell tower (left) on Hvar Island, Croatia

Overview of rooftops in the picturesque town of Kaldir (Caldier) in Istria, Croatia

Overview of clay tile rooftops and luxury yachts docked in marina at the Old Town of Hvar on Hvar Island, Croatia

Rooftop of the Palermo Cathedral with domes in the historic city of Palermo in Sicily, Italy

Green front door with climbers around frame, and potted plants

Double lap roof tiling, close-up

Stari Grad (Old Town) and beach of Budva, Montenegro
The coastal area around Budva, called the Budva riviera, is the center of Montenegrin tourism, known for its well-preserved medieval walled city, sandy beaches and diverse nightlife

Rooftop view of Franciscan Church, bell tower and Monastery, Dubrovnik Old Town, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Europe

beijing and shanghai
Chinas ancient and modern buildings

Brick elevator at a construction site

Roman roof tiles, Cathedral of Salamanca, Castile and Leon, Castilla y Leon, Spain, Europe

Trieste Cathedral, Trieste, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy

Roof tiles, Trinidad, Cuba
Roof tiles in wavy pattern, Trinidad, Cuba

Hallstatt Village
Hallstatt in Upper Austria, is a village in the Salzkammergut, a region in Austria. It is located near the HallstAÔé¼tter See

Albarracin
AlbarracAin is a Spanish town, in the province of Teruel, part of the autonomous community of Aragon.The town is named for the Moorish Al Banu RazAin family that once had been dominant in the area

Asia, China, Beijing. Small dragon sculptures adorn the tile roofs of the Forbidden City, a World Heritage Site, Beijing, China

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"Roof Tile: A Journey Through Architectural Marvels in London, France, Italy, and China" Discover the charm of roof tiles as we embark on a visual journey through various captivating locations. Starting in East London's vibrant Brick Lane, a street sign leads us to an ochre yellow brick wall adorned with glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) roof valleys - a testament to modern design. Our exploration takes us beyond borders as we find ourselves transported to the ancient city of Khiva in Uzbekistan. Here, intricate roofs grace the skyline, showcasing the rich architectural heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next stop is Grignan in Rhone-Alpes, Provence region of France. The roofs here paint a picturesque scene against the backdrop of stunning landscapes. Meanwhile, Alberobello in Italy's Puglia region beckons with its unique conical dry stone roofs adorning trulli houses - another UNESCO World Heritage Site that leaves visitors awe-inspired. China's capital city Beijing offers its own architectural wonders. From ornate gateways at Jingshan Park to breathtaking views from The Forbidden City looking southwards - each tile tells stories steeped in history and tradition. As our journey nears its end, we delve into artistic interpretations of roof tiles by renowned creators like Cecily Edwards and masterpieces from Ming or Qing dynasties featuring guardian figures atop these humble yet significant elements. From London to France, Italy to China - these glimpses into diverse cultures remind us that even something as seemingly ordinary as a they are hold immense beauty and cultural significance across different regions around the world.